Nic Kidston

Transformation succeeds or stalls in the teams that enable it to happen. Not in the strategy document. Not in boardroom presentations. In the day-to-day reality of how people actually work together.

Leadership rarely feels as confident on the inside as it looks from the outside. Even experienced, capable leaders can find themselves accompanied by a quiet internal commentary—one that questions, pushes, criticises or urges caution just as responsibility grows.

This Trustees Week, I’ve been reflecting on what trusteeship really means — and why it’s one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences for me. Serving as a trustee not only allows me to contribute to Clore Social Leadership but also enriches my growth and understanding as a leader.